Air Pollution: Should You (and Your Travelers) Be Worried?

Alarming fact: Air pollution is not only the biggest environmental health risk, but it is currently one of the most significant challenges for global public health, says the World Health Organization. In fact, they say air pollution levels remain dangerously high in many parts of the world, with 9 out of 10 people breathing air containing high levels of pollutants.

With 90% of people breathing in pollutants, it’s safe to say organizations sending people abroad not only have a duty to warn, but also a duty to inform. The good news? Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. William Siegart, is sharing specific actions your travelers can take to help ensure they’re better protected when visiting areas affected by air pollution.

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